Description
Marry Me Chicken brings irresistible Italian-inspired flavors to your dinner table with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce and tender chicken. Rich parmesan, herbs, and a velvety sauce make this comforting dish so delicious you’ll want to propose after the first bite.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Sauce and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Meticulously dry chicken breasts using paper towels to remove excess moisture, then generously season both sides with aromatic herbs and spices.
- Create a golden exterior by searing chicken in a skillet over medium heat for approximately 2-3 minutes per side, developing rich flavor and sealing in juices.
- Without cleaning the skillet, add minced garlic and quickly toast for 30 seconds until fragrant, releasing its intense aroma.
- Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, carefully scraping accumulated browned bits to incorporate deep, caramelized flavors into the sauce.
- Introduce heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning to the skillet, allowing the mixture to simmer and gradually thicken for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer seared chicken breasts into the crock pot, then lavishly coat with the luxurious, creamy sauce, ensuring even distribution.
- Cover and slow cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours, guaranteeing tender, perfectly cooked chicken that effortlessly absorbs the surrounding flavors.
- Elegantly plate the chicken, drizzling the remaining sauce over the top and adorning with fresh parsley and additional grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately alongside pasta, rice, or creamy mashed potatoes for a sumptuous, restaurant-quality dining experience.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are uniformly thick for even cooking, using a meat mallet to gently pound them if needed.
- Reduce sodium content by using low-sodium chicken broth and controlling added salt during seasoning.
- Adapt for dairy-free diets by substituting heavy cream with coconut cream and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
- Elevate flavor by toasting sun-dried tomatoes briefly before adding to the sauce, intensifying their rich, concentrated taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg